Mr. Giblin

Hi, my name is James Giblin and I am from San Diego, CA. I have been working for the La Mesa-Spring Valley School District for 10 years and have been substitute teaching for 4 years. I am currently pursuing my single subject teaching credential in math and I am also pursuing my masters in education as well. The reason I chose this profession is that I love to encourage and motivate students to be the best that they can be. I love seeing them achieve their goals and become successful. Everyday, I look forward in helping and guiding students to accomplish their tasks and learn how to become fine young adults. 

After taking the KISA personality test, I found out that I am an ESTJ personality type. In a nutshell. this means that I am outgoing but also think about my choices and decisions that I make. I feel that this is fitting for me becoming a math teacher. In math, you must think about how to solve the problem the right way and analyze certain situations. Being outgoing and personable will help with connecting with my students. I will be able to give them a great experience and be approachable with their needs.

For my teaching style, I found out from the NC State test that I am a very visual and active teacher. I love to show charts and diagrams to help explain things. I am also active in the learning environment of my students. I feel like this will help students in many ways. Students will be able to see what I am talking about through visuals and active conversations. The students will also see that I am engaged in their learning and it allow me to help in any way possible. This will help the students in their ability to be successful.